Veterinarian Medical Director

About Our Clinic

Lead With Purpose in the Bay Area — Become the Medical Director at Hayward Animal Clinic in Hayward, CA! We are looking for an experienced, thoughtful Veterinarian Medical Director to help guide our team and shape the future of our practice. If you’re ready for a leadership role where your voice matters and your long-term growth is truly supported, this is the opportunity for you.

Check us out at: Hayward Animal Clinic

Clinic Snapshot

• Practice type: General Practice & Urgent Care

• Avg. daily patient volume: ~11 per DVM

• Support staff ratio: ~2.5 per DVM

• Case mix:  Wellness, soft-tissue and orthopedic Sx, TPLO's , dentistry, and urgent care.

• Technology & equipment: Ultrasound, digital radiography, dental radiography, Idexx in-house labs, Ekg's (pre-ops), dental set-ups, 3 exam rooms and 1 Sx suite.

• Team culture: Hayward Animal Clinic is just across the San Meto-Hayward Bridge. It is a 2,046sq/ft, 3 exam room clinic closed Saturday and Sunday for optimum work/life balance. They have a strong team who are dedicated to excellent patient care, client communication, and teamwork, which makes it a great environment for a veterinarian to fully utilize their medicine and surgery skills.

Total Rewards & How We Invest in You

We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.

• $160,000 - $200k annual salary (doe) + production bonus

• DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production

• No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods

• Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings

• Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues

• Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded (Amerivet Careers)

• Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs

• Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses available

• 401k retirement savings plan with company match

What Makes Us Different

• Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team.

• Robust support: Skilled techs, dedicated CSRs, and strong leadership presence. 

• We believe thriving teams build thriving communities

• You’ll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career

Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference

You are a veterinarian who is:

• Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships

• A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture

• Committed to continuous growth and excellence

• Lead and mentor the veterinary team while upholding medical standards

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)

• Compassionate, client-centered approach to care

• Strong communication and client-education skills

• Previous experience managing multi-doctor practice and or current work experience as Lead Veterinarian, Chief of Staff, or Medical Director strongly encouraged for application.

About the Area

Living in Hayward, California, has several perks, especially if you're looking for affordability, convenience, and diversity in the Bay Area.

Let’s talk about your next opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email me (Josh) at joshua.jones@amerivet.com anytime.

Learn more about us at: AmeriVet Careers Page

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At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

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